Middleton-In-Teesdale Academy — Primary School in Barnard Castle

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Middleton-In-Teesdale Academy

Barnard Castle, DL12 0TG

76 Pupils

144 Capacity

3–11 Age Range

22.40% FSM %

40 Boys

36 Girls

About Middleton-In-Teesdale Academy

Middleton-In-Teesdale Academy is an Academies for pupils aged 3–11 based in County Durham, North East. The school is mixed-gender and Open with a Does not apply character.

It has 76 pupils on roll. School capacity: 144. Current headteacher: Catherine Harris.

All information is drawn from the GIAS dataset published by the Department for Education. School details including admissions and term dates should be verified with County Durham or the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy sponsor led
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	County Durham
Region	North East
Administrative District	County Durham
Parliamentary Constituency	Bishop Auckland
Ward	Upper Teesdale
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Non-selective
Religious Character	Does not apply
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	Has Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	NORTH EAST LEARNING TRUST
Opened	01-04-2024
UKPRN	10091516
URN	149475
Data Last Updated	21-01-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Linda Turner	Chair of Local Governing Body	17/01/2026	16/01/2030	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Joanne Ward	Chair of Local Governing Body	31/01/2025	16/01/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Dr David Doupe	Local Governor	01/04/2024	16/01/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Ms Clare Ellis	Local Governor	01/04/2024	31/08/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Ms Kerry Ellis	Local Governor	01/04/2024	16/01/2026	Elected by school staff
Mrs Catherine Harris	Local Governor	01/04/2024	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Mary Howard	Local Governor	05/01/2026	04/01/2030	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Clare Middlemass	Local Governor	20/01/2026	19/01/2030	Elected by school staff
Mr Daniel Pilling	Local Governor	01/04/2024	31/08/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Daniel Pilling	Local Governor	01/09/2025	31/08/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Margaret Robson	Local Governor	31/01/2025	16/01/2026	Appointed by academy members
Mrs Joanne Stephenson	Local Governor	05/01/2026	04/01/2030	Elected by parents

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Middleton-In-Teesdale Academy?

Middleton-In-Teesdale Academy is a Academy sponsor led (group: Academies) in Barnard Castle, County Durham.

How many pupils does Middleton-In-Teesdale Academy have?

Middleton-In-Teesdale Academy has 76 pupils, with a capacity of 144.

What is the age range at Middleton-In-Teesdale Academy?

Middleton-In-Teesdale Academy caters for pupils aged 3 to 11.

What is the admissions policy at Middleton-In-Teesdale Academy?

The admissions policy at Middleton-In-Teesdale Academy is: Non-selective.

Who is the headteacher at Middleton-In-Teesdale Academy?

The Headteacher at Middleton-In-Teesdale Academy is Mrs Catherine Harris.

Where is Middleton-In-Teesdale Academy located?

Middleton-In-Teesdale Academy is at Town End, Middleton-in-Teesdale, Barnard Castle, DL12 0TG, in the County Durham local authority, North East.

Does Middleton-In-Teesdale Academy have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Middleton-In-Teesdale Academy: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Middleton-In-Teesdale Academy currently open?

Middleton-In-Teesdale Academy is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Catherine Harris

Town End, Middleton-in-Teesdale, Barnard Castle, DL12 0TG

01833640382

www.middletoninteesdaleacademy.co.uk

Location

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Quick Summary

URN 149475

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026